A viral photograph depicting former Prime Minister Raila Odinga allegedly receiving a ceremonial crown in Nigeria has ignited widespread speculation.
This unexpected image swiftly propelled the leader of the Orange Democratic Movement (ODM) to the center of online discussions and trends during the weekend.
The photo was shared twice by Muchiri Gichuri and garnered more than 90K views, with numerous people also responding to it on Twitter.
Muchiri claimed in his caption that Raila was being crowned as a special elder in an invite-only ceremony.
“Former PM Raila Odinga has this evening been crowned as a special Osun-Osogbo elder at an invite-only ceremony held at a “sacred grove” along the banks of Osun River, Osogbo City, Nigeria,” read Muchiri’s caption.
In the comment section, it didn’t take long before various people pointed out that the image had been photoshopped.
For instance, individuals questioned why Raila’s head was not proportionate, with some making light-hearted jests about it.